--- product_id: 120544993 title: "Hyperkin \"Trooper\" Premium Controller for Atari 2600/ RetroN 77 (Color May Vary)" price: "AED 100" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/120544993-hyperkin-trooper-premium-controller-for-atari-2600-retron-77-color store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Ambidextrous 2-button design 10 ft. extended cable Premium build, retro authentic feel Hyperkin "Trooper" Premium Controller for Atari 2600/ RetroN 77 (Color May Vary) **Price:** AED 100 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🕹️ Own the retro revolution with every move! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Hyperkin "Trooper" Premium Controller for Atari 2600/ RetroN 77 (Color May Vary) - **How much does it cost?** AED 100 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/120544993-hyperkin-trooper-premium-controller-for-atari-2600-retron-77-color) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ergonomic Comfort:** Cut-out rear edges prevent hand fatigue during marathon sessions - • **Extended 10 ft. Cable:** Freedom to game without being tethered - • **Retro-Perfect Precision:** Smooth, responsive joystick that beats originals - • **Universal Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with Atari 2600, RetroN 77 & clones - • **Dual-Button Ambidexterity:** Seamless gameplay for left & right-handed pros ## Overview The Hyperkin 'Trooper' Premium Controller revives classic Atari 2600 gameplay with a modern twist—featuring an ambidextrous two-button layout, a long 10 ft. cable for flexible setup, and a premium build that delivers superior comfort and precision. Compatible with RetroN 77 and all 2600-compatible consoles, it’s the ultimate joystick for nostalgic gamers who demand authentic feel and enhanced durability. ## Description Color May Vary. Boogie the night away with the Hyperkin "Trooper" Premium Controller for 2600. This groovy controller allows you to hold the 70s right in your hands, while providing comfort and classic reliability. Its ambidextrous two-button design gives both left and right-handed players the fire button accessibility they need to fight invaders from outer space, avoid falling in pits, and blow up asteroids. The 10 ft. cable allows for comfortable movement around your 2600 and 2600-compatible console. Can. You. Dig. It? Review: Solid in the hand and great for a C64 Ultimate! - Seems great! Got two of these for my Commodore 64 Ultimate and they look nice and feel nice in the hand. Plastic feels nice and solid, the wood decal on the top is properly affixed and looks nice. All in all, a surprisingly high quality version of a classic joystick. Super long cable for using in a living room setting is a great touch, and being able to unscrew the stick for storage or travel is a nice design choice too. Review: Much better than the original Atari joysticks but with the same authentic feel - This came with the Retron 77 console and after using this Hyperkin Trooper joystick controller to play Atari 2600 games I can't go back to using the original controllers. What makes this controller great is that it is just like the original joystick in every way except... 1) It's more comfortable with the rear edges cut out so they don't dig into the palms of your hands. 2) It has a button for left handed players. 3) The responsiveness is much better than the original Atari spring based joysticks. 4) It feels smoother than original internal plastic rocker Atari joysticks that replaced the spring based controllers. 5) The cord is longer than the original Atari joystick controller. Those first original internal spring joysticks tended to break and were later replaced with an internal plastic rocker design which was more durable but had a less tactful and clunky feeling. This Trooper controller by Hyperkin seems to capture the perfect balance of the smoothness of the original internal spring joystick controller with a more tactful precision than the original replacement that Atari used. This is the best Atari style joystick design I've tried so far and after using it for a month any other Atari style controller I try feels inferior in comparison. The main thing going for the internal plastic rocker design was that it was extremely durable. I'm hoping this Trooper controller also has similar durability of the original Atari brand replacement joysticks which are still working. It would be nice if Hyperkin would also release a set of their own paddle controllers. ## Features - Premium build with an ambidextrous two-button design - Compatible with RetroN 77, 2600, and 2600-compatible consoles - 10 ft. cable - Note: Color May Vary ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07M5HYTZL | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (676) | | Date First Available | December 20, 2018 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 7.2 ounces | | Item model number | M07344 | | Manufacturer | Hyperkin | | Product Dimensions | 3.5 x 3.75 x 4.5 inches; 7.2 ounces | | Release date | December 28, 2018 | | Type of item | Video Game | ## Images ![Hyperkin "Trooper" Premium Controller for Atari 2600/ RetroN 77 (Color May Vary) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61XQV491z3L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid in the hand and great for a C64 Ultimate! *by B***T on March 23, 2026* Seems great! Got two of these for my Commodore 64 Ultimate and they look nice and feel nice in the hand. Plastic feels nice and solid, the wood decal on the top is properly affixed and looks nice. All in all, a surprisingly high quality version of a classic joystick. Super long cable for using in a living room setting is a great touch, and being able to unscrew the stick for storage or travel is a nice design choice too. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Much better than the original Atari joysticks but with the same authentic feel *by S***S on February 18, 2019* This came with the Retron 77 console and after using this Hyperkin Trooper joystick controller to play Atari 2600 games I can't go back to using the original controllers. What makes this controller great is that it is just like the original joystick in every way except... 1) It's more comfortable with the rear edges cut out so they don't dig into the palms of your hands. 2) It has a button for left handed players. 3) The responsiveness is much better than the original Atari spring based joysticks. 4) It feels smoother than original internal plastic rocker Atari joysticks that replaced the spring based controllers. 5) The cord is longer than the original Atari joystick controller. Those first original internal spring joysticks tended to break and were later replaced with an internal plastic rocker design which was more durable but had a less tactful and clunky feeling. This Trooper controller by Hyperkin seems to capture the perfect balance of the smoothness of the original internal spring joystick controller with a more tactful precision than the original replacement that Atari used. This is the best Atari style joystick design I've tried so far and after using it for a month any other Atari style controller I try feels inferior in comparison. The main thing going for the internal plastic rocker design was that it was extremely durable. I'm hoping this Trooper controller also has similar durability of the original Atari brand replacement joysticks which are still working. It would be nice if Hyperkin would also release a set of their own paddle controllers. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Better than the original. *by W***. on January 13, 2026* Bought to accompany a Commodore 64 Ultimate. Works perfectly, and feels better than the Atari original. I really like how the stick unscrews for portability. ## Frequently Bought Together - Hyperkin "Trooper" Premium Controller for Atari 2600/ RetroN 77 (Color May Vary) - Atari Official 2600+ Console & Joystick - HDMI Output - Includes 10 Games - Hyperkin "Ranger" Premium Wired Gamepad for Atari 2600 / RetroN 77 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/120544993-hyperkin-trooper-premium-controller-for-atari-2600-retron-77-color](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/120544993-hyperkin-trooper-premium-controller-for-atari-2600-retron-77-color) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-05-10*